How To Sew A Baby Waterproof Changing Mat

[@charlottehayward5943]

Your instructions are so clear. Thank you. I have a brand new great grand baby and hope to do some for him.

[@kellyhorner6301]

Your videos are the BEST! Great instructions, not to much or overly talky!! TY

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind!

[@michaelac3406]

Thanks so much for taking the time to post this. It's not a difficult project when YOU explain it. I will be making this for sure. You're so good at it, I hope one day I am too. Your voice is reassuring as well! Thanks and have a nice day! 😀👍

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind. Let me know how it goes. Enjoy the day!

[@elainelefebvre9454]

Merci, merci, merci !! You have an amazing way of explaining the « how to ».

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@notesfromleisa-land]

Another thing about the flat side of the clips is that they are often marked with 1/4"--another reminder that flat side up is right side up. Jan, you are one of the few makers that consistently point out increasing the length of the stitch for topstitching. My OCD self thanks you. Also, for those working with bindings, and edge stitch guide (I have a 1/16th (and others)for my Juki TL) and a regular one for my other machines) will help immensely in staying uniformly away from the edge. This is a very useful project. Those cats with kites is precious fabric.

[@JanHowell]

Thanks so much for sharing.

[@goodintentions1302]

Thank you! You are a sewing instructor extraordinaire! ☮️💞🙏🏼

[@JanHowell]

Wow, thank you!

[@kountrythings6111]

Thanks for the tip regarding the clips, I have been using them upside down. Great tutorial. Thank you

[@JanHowell]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rdfjfgjyfdhfghy67456]

How do you make the most intimidating projects feel so approachable? I'm so happy I found your channel. You inspire me to sew more!

[@JanHowell]

I'm so glad you found me too. I hope you'll continue to find things here that are inspiring and useful. That's why I do this.❤

[@teresarichmond7752]

I love your videos! You have a wonderful way of teaching! I love that you speak slowly and explain everything in detail! Love this project! I think baby gifts will be my favorite things to sew!

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@joannsanchez8764]

Thank you for the easy instructions you explain everything so well 🙏🏽

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much Jan, I really really enjoyed watching you create these beautiful and useful baby changing mats. As always your tutorials are very very precise and so to the point. You’re a brilliant teacher and everything is so inspiring too. Please stay safe and well too xxxx Mags ❤❤❤❤❤

[@JanHowell]

Thank you so much much Mags.

[@donnadelbrocco4050]

Thanks so much for your channel!! I’m an odd duck too.. I love to relax sewing binding by hand!❤

[@JanHowell]

So relaxing and rewarding!!!!!

[@jhwilliams6550]

I am as well. I enjoy sewing on the binding especially since I saw a video for using Milliner’s needles. I was amazed at how much easier they were to use.

[@alisonwilliams3806]

Only just found your channel & you are a great teacher, with clear instructions & tips. Thank you.

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind!

[@angieallen4884]

This will make a perfect compliment to the rag quilt I will be making for the coming baby. Thanks!

[@JanHowell]

Perfect!

[@angieallen4884]

@@JanHowell Just finished this with the flip method and top stitching and it turned out great! I have worked with PUL before and forgot how uncooperataive it can be but I wrangled it in the end. This will be a go-to pattern for gifts from now on!

[@patriciaching100]

Thank you for sharing the link for the PUL.In the video when working with the PUL, it gives a idea of the feel where other wise impossible to tell when just ordering. and of course the simplistic and direct directions of putting the 3 differnt styles together. The technique of the bias tape is a keeper. .

[@JanHowell]

Glad it was helpful!

[@susanespinosa2591]

Thank you. Really good demonstration.

[@kjscreations3132]

❤ Thank you for sharing your expertise!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@HodgePodgeHarmony]

Yay! I have a whole roll of PUL that I was wondering what to do with 😉

[@JanHowell]

Awesome

[@di3623]

Love the your video. Question do you wash your flannel before hand since it skrinks?

[@jlv1254]

So glad I found you! Thank you for sharing!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@grampaulaafter6019]

This is a wonderful tutorial. Like others have said, you make it easy to follow along and give great tips. I'm wondering how wide you made the bias tape for this mat. Thank you so much! Best, Paula

[@JanHowell]

I used a 1 inch, double fold bias tape that I made myself. youmakeitsimple.com/2024/03/23/how-to-make-a-waterproof-baby-changing-mat-simple-sewing-tutorial/

[@cynthianegrete5067]

Great video...LOVE THAT IRON>>>

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@PetraRobinson-gm8nh]

Thank you so much for this lovely tutorial.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@lindahanke]

Great tutorial I love all the tips. I’ll be making this for sure ❤️👍

[@JanHowell]

awesome!

[@wilycat5290]

Great tutorial. Lots of tips. Thank you for the video 😊

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@lindaskinner5887]

Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@suepeterson5675]

Do you give Care instructions when giving or selling to a recipient ? I love this idea , wish I knew this when my children were babies. Thank you for sharing. 😊

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome. I havn't, but instructions would be a good idea. These can pretty much go in a regular load of wash so instructions wouldn't be too crucial.

[@Gabi-lt4mx]

Great idea. 👍

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@brendagriffin6437]

Timely video! Do you recommend washing the flannel or fabric first?

[@JanHowell]

I don't if I'm giving them as a gift. The fabric just doesn't look as crisp. There may be a little shrinking of the flannel but not enought to worry about.

[@patmontalbano290]

Great tutorial, one question is why use the fusible fabric? So you can use fusible fleece not fusible interfacing?

[@JanHowell]

Fusible fleece gives it a thicker feel instead of adding the layer of flannel.

[@KainologyIndonesia]

thank you for this video, so helpful! But I was wondering what is the use of fleece in this product? Can i just sew 2 fabrics (PUL & patterned flannel)? will it change how it looks? thank you :)

[@JanHowell]

Yes you can!

[@marleneroehm4096]

What washing instructions should I include with these mats? Can they be put in the dryer after washing?

[@JanHowell]

Yes. The Pul fabric can be put in the dryer.

[@janicebull2741]

I purchased 1/2 yrd. Cotton fabric (directional like yours), but only able to get 19” long (instead of 25”) ?? Guess my mat will be smaller.

[@JanHowell]

If you flip it the other direction, Selvage to selvage that is 45 inches. you'll be able to get the 25 inches and you only need 18 inches for the other side. 1/2 yard is 19 inches. I hope tha makes sense.

[@susandiilio6926]

Hi ... I love your videos...thank you. Please advise me where you purchase the waterproof fabric used in this baby change pad. Thank you.

[@JanHowell]

You can find it at most fabric stores or here online. geni.us/XONvIP4 Thanks. You are so kind

[@marleneroehm4096]

Do you prewash the cotton fabric?

[@JanHowell]

I'don't

[@heidihansen5697]

Please share where you get your tags at you put on your finished sewing projects ❤

[@JanHowell]

I make my own. You can get all the details here. It's really quite easy to do. youmakeitsimple.com/2020/08/01/diy-printable-fabric-labels-easy-iron-on-method/

[@elizabethreissig1012]

Hi. how are you? where do I find how to make the labels. thank you very much. 😊

[@JanHowell]

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[@karonwostenholme6533]

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[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@marleneroehm4096]

Where did you order those cute tags?

[@JanHowell]

I show how to make your own here. Video tutorial available at the bottom of the post. youmakeitsimple.com/2020/08/01/diy-printable-fabric-labels-easy-iron-on-method/ kzbin.info/www/bejne/jp-oiniQlJljpMksi=HZuPSDX4dVRMzSEt

[@gmstovall]

do we need to pre-wash the flannel before we use it

[@JanHowell]

I don't. Preference only.

[@micheleallen1327]

What type needle do you recommend?

[@micheleallen1327]

Thank you for the tutorial.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome . I use a universal needle, 80 or 90

[@Sandrab769]

I’m anxious to make this. I used your links to get the heat bond and PUL fabric. If I’m successful I will donate to the crisis pregnancy center. I will be using a walking foot.

[@JanHowell]

Wonderful!

[@Junebug0105]

The changing of the camera angles was making it where I can’t watch it.

[@JanHowell]

I am so sorry. Thanks for the feedback.

[@frankiec-nd5cy]

hello very beautiful video please kindly film how to operate the sewing machine electric foot pedal how its used to sew please kindly reply back ok?thank you very much 😊

[@JanHowell]

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[@jafallica]

All you do is press your foot on it. What's the problem?

[@Breakthecurse2]

Is that man Robert ur son

[@JanHowell]

Robert?

[@peeshyholland433]

What presser foot do you recommend for adding binding to your project?

[@JanHowell]

I use the basic foot that comes with my machine.